Spiced Carrot Cake Loaf with Maple Glaze
85% authentic · Fusion
A comforting loaf cake version of carrot cake, infused with warming spices and topped with a simple maple glaze. This variation offers a slightly different texture and a delightful maple-maple flavor profile.
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Ingredients
- all-purpose flour2 cups
- brown sugar1 1/2 cups
- baking soda1 teaspoon
- ground ginger1 teaspoon
- ground cloves1/2 teaspoon
- salt1/2 teaspoon
- eggs3 large
- melted unsalted butter3/4 cup
- vanilla extract1 teaspoon
- shredded carrots2 1/2 cups
- chopped candied ginger (optional)1/2 cup
- maple syrup1/4 cup
- powdered sugar1 cup
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking soda, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- 4
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 5
Fold in the shredded carrots and candied ginger (if using).
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- 7
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9
Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup and powdered sugar until smooth. Add more powdered sugar if needed for desired consistency.
- 10
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf cake.
